FBI investigating racist texts reportedly circulating around Austin
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FBI investigating as Black students in Texas, nationwide targeted in racist texts
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Racist texts referencing slavery sent to Black college students in SC, nationwide
The FBI is investigating racist text messages sent this week to Black college students nationwide, including students from at least three South Carolina schools. The federal law enforcement agency issued a statement Thursday saying it “is in contact with the Justice Department and other federal authorities on the matter.
FBI investigating racist text messages sent to Black students in Oklahoma, other states
"The FBI is aware of the offensive and racist text messages ... and is in contact with the Justice Department and other federal authorities on the matter," a statement reads.
Ga., S.C. Black students targeted with racist text messages
Black college students across Georgia and South Carolina have reported receiving racist text messages in the days following the 2024 election.
San Francisco Unified confronts racists texts targeting Black students
The San Francisco Unified School District decried a flurry of racist texts invoking slavery that were being sent to Black men, women, and students.
FBI investigating racist text messages sent to Black Georgia residents
Georgia is one of several states this week in which Black residents received racist text messages that are currently under investigation by the FBI.
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